Detroit Metro Airport welcomed more than 36 million flyers in 2006, making it the 11th busiest airport in North America. There are 31 airlines – scheduled, commuter, charter and cargo – operating from the airport’s three terminals (Berry, Smith and McNamara). Construction of a new 26-gate terminal complex is currently under way. www.metroairport.com
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A free shuttle bus service runs between the Berry, Smith and McNamara terminal buildings.
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Taxi: Taxis are available from Metro Airport Taxis (tel: 800 745 5191 toll free).
Limousines: Limousines are available from Metro Cars (tel: 800 456 1701 toll free). Bus: Smart buses run services to central Detroit from the outer roadway (lower level) outside Smith Terminal, near the ground transportation offices.
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There are several car parks offering hourly, daily and long-term parking. A free shuttle service is available between all terminals and car parks, stopping at the first level of the Big Blue Deck long-term car park and at pick-up points in the surface car parks. Valet parking is available. For parking availability and information, call the parking hotline (tel: 800 642 1978 toll free).
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Money and communications: Bureau de change and ATMs can be found in all three terminals. Wireless Internet is available in the McNamara Terminal.
Eating and drinking: The McNamara Terminal has a wide selection of bars, cafés, fast-food outlets and restaurants; the Smith and Berry terminals have a smaller selection.
Shopping: There are numerous shops at the airport, including duty-free outlets.
Luggage: There are lost property services in the McNamara Terminal (tel: 734 247 3300) and in the Smith and Berry Terminals (tel: 734 942 3669).
Other facilities: These include baby-change facilities and children’s play areas.
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The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport (tel: 734 942 6500) is located at the airport, near the McNamara Terminal. The Detroit Airport Marriott (tel: 734 729 7555) is situated 0.5 miles from the airport. Hotels close by include the Courtyard Detroit Metro Airport Romulus (tel: 734 721 3200), Doubletree Metro Airport (tel: 734 467 8000), Days Inn at Detroit Metro Airport in Romulus (tel: 734 946 4300) and the Fairfield Inn (tel: 734 728 2322) amongst others. The airport’s Web site has a complete listing of nearby hotels.
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Reserved disabled parking spaces are available in the airport’s parking lots. Shuttles are wheelchair-accessible. Disabled passengers are advised to call AMPCO parking services in advance for further instructions (tel: 800 642 1978). Wheelchairs and assistance from airlines are available on request; passengers should contact airlines prior to travel for further help.
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The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport (tel: 734 942 6500) offers a fully equipped business center, 26 meeting rooms and two board rooms, and a ballroom, accommodating up to 1,000. The Detroit Airport Marriott (tel: 734 729 7555), located just beyond the Smith Terminal, offers conference and banquet facilities.
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